Which One is the Cigarette Lighter Fuse?
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Cigarette lighter fuse is located in the electrical box next to the battery. The method to use the cigarette lighter is: 1. Insert the cigarette lighter into the power socket and press down to lock; 2. When the heating wire of the cigarette lighter reaches the temperature for automatic ejection, or wait for about 5 to 8 seconds until the heating wire turns red, then manually pull it out. Precautions for using the cigarette lighter include: 1. Avoid using electrical appliances with too high power on the cigarette lighter; 2. Plug and unplug the cigarette lighter plug reasonably; 3. Try to start the vehicle when using the cigarette lighter for a long time; 4. Remove external devices connected to the cigarette lighter in time after parking; 5. Clean the heating wire of the cigarette lighter in time; 6. Avoid foreign objects entering the cigarette lighter hole.
I remember last time my cigarette lighter wasn't charging because the fuse was blown. Generally, the cigarette lighter fuse is located in the vehicle's fuse box, and its position depends on the car model. For example, in several cars I've driven, some had it in a small black box on the right side of the engine compartment, while others could be found by opening the cover under the steering wheel. There are many small fuses in the fuse box, so you should first check the diagram in the user manual and avoid touching them randomly—messing with the wrong circuit could cause trouble. The cigarette lighter fuse is usually labeled "AUX" or "CIG LTR" with an amperage rating between 10A and 15A. I've replaced it a few times myself. If it blows, it might indicate a short circuit issue in the cigarette lighter socket, such as using a high-power charger or internal dust buildup. I recommend keeping a set of spare fuses handy, as these minor issues tend to pop up more often in older cars.
